1.5 CPE This is the first of a multi-part series following the structure of my book Auditor’s Guide to IT Auditing which follows the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Certified Information Systems Auditor qualification syllabus.
The whole series takes the aspiring IT auditor from the basics all the way through to advanced concepts and techniques for conducting professional IT audits.
Both the book and the courses have proven of major assistance to auditors for the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) exam as well as Part 1 of the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) examination of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
Part 1 of the series covers the overall technology underlying modern computer systems as well the role and functionality of IT Audit.
Course Series
This course is included in the following series:
5 CoursesAuditor's Guide to IT Auditing
- Auditor’s Guide to IT Auditing – Part 1: Technology Underlying Modern Computer Systems and the Role of IT Audit
- Auditor’s Guide to IT Auditing – Part 2: Risks Within Today's IT Systems and Fundamental Audit Concepts
- Auditor’s Guide to IT Auditing – Part 3: Primary Audit Controls and Roles
- Auditor’s Guide to IT Auditing – Part 4
- Auditor’s Guide to IT Auditing – Part 5
Learning Objectives
- Identify the major elements in today’s IT systems
- Discover how to determine the overall control architecture within an IT environment
- Identify the major control objectives within the IT environment
- Identify the activities contained within a standard Systems Development Life Cycle
- Discover the potential Scope and Objectives of IT Audit
Last updated/reviewed: March 8, 2024
67 Reviews (233 ratings)
Reviews
Anonymous
(Staff Auditor 1)
course had a lot of content but the slides did not contain all information reviewed by the instructor. The exam questions were not included in any of the provided slides making it very dificult to listen, keep notes and then have the information available to answer the questions. Instructor should either include talking points in the slides that will be in the exam questions, or make the exam questions be on written/provided materials
Anonymous
(Auditor)
Agree with others that a few of the exam questions were not covered in the material. The course is also somewhat dated; at the beginning, the instructor indicates his next book would be published in 2016. Enjoyed the instructor's direct style and subject knowledge, but would have appreciated more current material an a review of the final exam questions.
Anonymous
(Senior Auditor)
The course provides a high level review of IT auditing, including the coverage over key IT auditing concepts/framework. The course also touches on the components of a computer system/network, controls, auditing objectives, and potential concerns. In addition, it also dives in to Internal Audit's role in auditing information systems.
Anonymous
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The content of the course was consistent with the course description and was informative and relevent to today's business environment. Although the presentation was a bit monotonous, my overall opinion of the corse was favorabke. The course was a good introduction to the concept of IT auditing.
Diann Saltman
(Director of Quality Assurance (OIG, audi.. at Department of Health and Human Services)
Information was well presented although at times a bit abstract. As other commenters noted, the exam covered information not addressed in the course. I am a very good test taker and I had to take it twice and really examine the questions carefully to pass.
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Anonymous
(Director)
The content of the course was okay and some of it doesn't change over time. However, a lot of the examples are quite dated, and I think there are better alternatives available. I would not recommend this course.
Victor Fuentes
(Manager at RSM)
one of the few courses that I have not enjoyed. I had to go through the recording several times and through the slides, etc. to address some questions and on a couple of the questions.
Anonymous
(Sr. Internal Auditor - PCI)
This was a great and through course. I always enjoy hearing different people talk about the basics of any subject. Without fail I always walk away with a new perspective of the thing.
Vasily Chesalov
(Not Provided at PJSC AVTOVAZ)
The course materials do not cover final exam questions. Every bullet in these slides could be detailed in pages. I believe that prerequisites for this course are wrongly defined.
Carlinton Clarke
(- at Duca)
The content of the course was good but i thing the slides could have been organized better.The presenter monotone delivery was boring . Almost fell asleep.
Anonymous
(Senior SOX IT Analyst)
This may or may not align with CISA materials. It probably will later on but compared to the CISA review manual, it's not consistent with the first chapter.
Anonymous
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I thought this course did a fine job overviewing the objectives of certain elements of the IT Audit Process, including the data & transactions objectives.
Cynthia Alley
( at IGT)
This was a good course for someone who is new to the auditing industry. The instructor is knowledgeable on the subject. I'll continue with his courses.
Anonymous
(Consultant - Process Specialist)
Concise training and straight to the point. I have known the basic of IT audit and am familiar with the basic components because of this.
Olubukola Ogunyemi
( at Atlantic Lottery Corporation)
The training was okay, it runs through most topics on information system. This course will be useful for IT auditors and other professions
Matthew Kissell
(Risk Advisory Services at RSM)
The course was a good review of IS auditing. The instructor was detailed. The accompanying slides could have included more detail.
Jordann Hoo Jiun Horng
(Senior Internal Auditor at OCLARO INC)
This course does give you a taste of what IT audit and it reads out the major terms used in IT auditing. Worth the time and efforts.
Anonymous
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Great course of Auditor's guide to IT Auditing - Part 1 - Technology underlying modern computer systems and the role of IT audit.
Kate Goodwin
(Supervisor at RSM)
Course was fantastic. Final exam however had misleading questions and did not seem to focus on key aspects from the course.
Anonymous
(Auditor)
Great review of the IT Audit Process and controls for financial auditors who may not be all familiar with IT Audit.
Wendi Finn
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The course was good; the exam was horrible. Questions weren't really applicable to IT Security, Auditing or Risk.
David Curtis
(Senior IT Auditor at CNM LLP)
Great course! Learned many components of IS. Need to review the course thoroughly in order to take the final exam.
Charles Elwis
(Insurance Broker at Health Guys)
Well presented. The availability of the script for the presentation would be helpful in reviewing the material.
Anonymous
(Vice President and Chief Audit Executive)
The content was informative however the final exam did not align with the information contained in the course.
Jimmy Hall
( at Consultant)
This course was very effective at delivering the ideas needed to be a more effective leader, and professional.
Anonymous
(Audit Manager)
A thorough course in the beginning basics of IT Auditing. I look forward to the other courses in this series.
Anonymous
(Auditor I)
The course objectives were met although the final exam questions did not pertain to the material covered.
Anonymous
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I've used illumeo for years to complete my CPEs. I've never had a problem with the material or the exams.
Anonymous
(Sr. IT Auditor)
Good refresh on basic information.
Jordan Saffron
(Systems and Process Assurance Associate at RSM)
Course contained good information. This will be useful to any associate level employees to learn from.
Anonymous
(IT Advisory Snr. Associate)
This is a refreshing course. Nothing surprised me. This will be beneficial to new performance auditors.
Anonymous
(Accounting Manager)
The is course a good introduction to Information Systems Audit. It is very informative and structured.
Anonymous
()
Course was difficult to listen to and the slides did not help you keep up with what was being said.
Anonymous
(Senior IT SOX Analyst)
Informative and good content, but exam questions did not align with what was in the presentation.
Anonymous
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This course provides a basic understanding of the IT process and how to identify areas for audit.
Anonymous
(Senior Internal Auditor)
I like the course as it fits the non IT auditors. The presenter needs to be more interactive.
dustin class
(Head of Global Business Assurance at worldpay)
This is an academic training with little alignment to real life IS Auditing and standards.
Anonymous
(Auditor)
I liked how the IT audit structure was explained. It was easy to understand and relate too.
Peter Abader
(- at BMO)
Good course but i would suggest to add more life examples of most common control issues
Anonymous
(Accountant)
This course does give you an overview of IT audit and is well organized and presented.
Laticia Ladson
(Director Marketing Strategy at Comcast)
Great course. Perfect coverage of the key topics. Not too long, Very straightforward.
Nathaniel Hatten
(Vice President - Risk & Control Mana.. at JPMorgan Chase & Co.)
Great course. Would definitely recommend. The instructor is definitely informative.
Anonymous
()
Great information for new IS auditors and for experienced ones who want to review.
Anonymous
(Finance and IT Consultant)
I wonder whether the questions in the final exam are all covered in the course.
Anonymous
(Consulting Director)
Good review course for IT auditors. Would recommend to new IT auditors as well.
Joshua Thomas
(Senior Auditor at CBP DHS GOV)
Class was okay! A bit congested. Needed more clarity in explaining the text.
Janis Balodis
( at European University Institute)
I am curious always about IT things, because those are very innovative.
Mark Dunn
(CEO at Trojan Professional Services, Inc.)
Some exam questions appeared not to come directly from course material.
Anonymous
(Managing Director)
good historical perspective on how batch has transformed into on-line
Anonymous
(Manager, Internal Audit)
Great introduction to IS Auditing and it's roles/responsibilities.
Anonymous
(CPA)
Test questions were not captured in the presentation materials.
Anonymous
()
Coherent, understandable. Good introduction. Would recommend.
Tania Roberts
(Revenue Accountant at OEConnection, LLC)
Too technical for my preference, but overall a good course.
Samuel Funt
(Senior Auditor at Members 1st FCU)
The course seemed to provide a good overview of IT Auditing.
Keith Allison
(Associate Cyber & IT Auditor at Charter Communications)
Helpful course for understanding the role of an IT auditor.
Anonymous
(Lead IT Auditor)
The exam questions were not reflective of course content.
Anonymous
(Internal Audit)
good course for beginner internal auditors. recommended.
Anonymous
(Director)
Good class, some of the exam questions were confusing.
Patrick Munchel
(RAS Associate at RSM)
This course is very useful, but difficult to focus on.
Jennifer Richardson
(Manager, Internal Audit at Atlantic Lottery Corporation)
good general overview-useful for non-IT professionals
Anonymous
()
Overall it was a good course that covered the basics.
Sophia Kasozi
(- at City of Edmonton)
I enjoyed the IT focus. More courses please!
Anton Chornyi
(Group Internal Audit Officer at Ferrexpo)
Very structured and useful training.
Anonymous
(-)
Good refresher course.
Anonymous
(Senior Internal Auditor)
The course was useful
Anonymous
(President)
Very concise.
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Course Complexity: Foundational
No advanced preparation or prerequisites are required for this course.
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